Cork reaps benefits from substantial government funding, totaling €4.5 billion, raising questions about fair project distribution. Expert: Government Quick to Spend in Cork, Benefits Reach €4.5 Billion People in Cork think Dublin gets most of the money. One expert says Cork actually gets lots of funding. Dr. Ray Griffin teaches at SETU. He says Cork’s…
Plymouth City Council faces a massive debt increase. Borrowing could near £1B by 2028, sparking Conservative worries. Plymouth Council Debt Soars, Raising Concerns Over Future Finances Plymouth council will borrow more money. Next year, borrowing should jump by £95 million. By 2028, it could almost reach £1 billion. Papers went to the budget scrutiny committee.…
Derry and Strabane council rates to increase nearly 5%, adding £28.96 annually to ratepayers. Investments and budget addressed. Derry Strabane Council Announces Above Inflation Rates Increase Derry and Strabane rates will increase almost 5%. This means an extra £28.96 per year, equalling 56 pence weekly for ratepayers. The regional rate decision will happen at the…